Deford Elementary School serves 33 students in grades Kindergarten-3.
Minority enrollment was 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
33 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Deford Elementary School?
33 students attend Deford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Deford Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does Deford Elementary School offer ?
Deford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Deford Elementary School part of?
Deford Elementary School is part of Cass City Public Schools School District.
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